Yangsze Choo (Get this book) Choo's remarkably strong and arresting first novel explores the concept of Chinese spirit marriages in late-nineteenth-century Malaya through the eyes of the highly relatable Li Lan, a poor but spunky young woman, who is approached by the wealthy family of a dead man to become his bride. With its gripping tangles of plot and engaging characters, this truly compelling read is sure to garner much well-deserved attention.--Booklist
